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Chester Historical Society

Orange County, New York

(Click on one of the images in the gallery to start a slide show.)

2009 Society Photos

Images in chronological order.

Update 2015-05-31.

2009-01-10 Tom & Fred taking down the tree.  DSC07561.jpg
2009-01-10 Tom & Fred taking down the tree. DSC07561.jpg
2009-01-10 Bill removing cobwebs in cellar way. DSC07559.jpg
2009-01-10 Bill removing cobwebs in cellar way. DSC07559.jpg
Bill & Ed bringing in the wreath. January 10, 2009.  DSC07563a.jpg
Bill & Ed bringing in the wreath. January 10, 2009. DSC07563a.jpg
2009-01-18 President Mary presents her third and final Annual Report to the membership. DSC07593a.jpg
2009-01-18 President Mary presents her third and final Annual Report to the membership. DSC07593a.jpg
2009-01-18 Leslie Smith videographs the proceedings. DSC07604a.jpg
2009-01-18 Leslie Smith videographs the proceedings. DSC07604a.jpg
2009-01-18 Julian Adams from the NYS Office for Historic Preservation delivers a engrossing program on Certified Local Government Program.  DSC07815a.jpg
2009-01-18 Julian Adams from the NYS Office for Historic Preservation delivers a engrossing program on Certified Local Government Program. DSC07815a.jpg
2009-01-18 Julian Adams makes the point that historic preservation up to us! DSC07874b.jpg
2009-01-18 Julian Adams makes the point that historic preservation up to us! DSC07874b.jpg
2009-01-18 Town of Chester Historian, Clif Patrick, receives “Registered Historian” credentials from Town of Chester Supervisor, Steve Neuhaus.  DSC08050a.jpg
2009-01-18 Town of Chester Historian, Clif Patrick, receives “Registered Historian” credentials from Town of Chester Supervisor, Steve Neuhaus. DSC08050a.jpg
2009-02-04 Officers pose at February meeting: Leslie (Cor. Secretary), Fred (Treasurer), Ronnie (Rec. Secretary), Bill (1st VP), Norma (President) & Debby Lu (2nd VP).
2009-02-04 Officers pose at February meeting: Leslie (Cor. Secretary), Fred (Treasurer), Ronnie (Rec. Secretary), Bill (1st VP), Norma (President) & Debby Lu (2nd VP).
2009-02-13 Dean waits for Neil of Museum Village to finish documenting one of the antique radios they are loaning us for our 2009 “Radio Days” exhibit.  DSC08018a.jpg
2009-02-13 Dean waits for Neil of Museum Village to finish documenting one of the antique radios they are loaning us for our 2009 “Radio Days” exhibit. DSC08018a.jpg
2009-03-07 Clif Patrick, Town Historian, documents the Jackson Cemetery on Jim DeStafeno’s Farm. DSC08507.jpg
2009-03-07 Clif Patrick, Town Historian, documents the Jackson Cemetery on Jim DeStafeno’s Farm. DSC08507.jpg
2009-03-21 Spring cleaning Nancy & Georgina. DSC08795a.jpg
2009-03-21 Spring cleaning Nancy & Georgina. DSC08795a.jpg
2009-03-21 Spring cleaning Amanda & Christine. DSC08798a.jpg
2009-03-21 Spring cleaning Amanda & Christine. DSC08798a.jpg
2009-03-21 Spring cleaning. DSC08801b.jpg
2009-03-21 Spring cleaning. DSC08801b.jpg
2009-03-21 Spring cleaning Nancy & Margie. DSC08803a.jpg
2009-03-21 Spring cleaning Nancy & Margie. DSC08803a.jpg
2009-03-21 Spring cleaning Bill, Ed & Larry. DSC08805b.jpg
2009-03-21 Spring cleaning Bill, Ed & Larry. DSC08805b.jpg
2009-04-02 Town of Chester Historian, Clif, assists Cheryl Kolesien & Karen Spragg of Wyoming in their Durland family research with society records. DSC08679a.jpg
2009-04-02 Town of Chester Historian, Clif, assists Cheryl Kolesien & Karen Spragg of Wyoming in their Durland family research with society records. DSC08679a.jpg
2009-04-03 Ronnie & Clif setting up display case for “Radio Days” exhibit.  DSC08682.jpg
2009-04-03 Ronnie & Clif setting up display case for “Radio Days” exhibit. DSC08682.jpg
2009-04-03 Ronnie sizing up a “Radio Days” panel. DSC08728.jpg
2009-04-03 Ronnie sizing up a “Radio Days” panel. DSC08728.jpg
2009-04-10 Ronnie & Marcia pricing this year’s yard sale. DSC08566.jpg
2009-04-10 Ronnie & Marcia pricing this year’s yard sale. DSC08566.jpg
2009-04-10 Leslie & Ronnie pricing this year’s yard sale. DSC08575b.jpg
2009-04-10 Leslie & Ronnie pricing this year’s yard sale. DSC08575b.jpg
2009 Radio Days flyer.
2009 Radio Days flyer.
Norma discussing "Radio Days" exhibit with Dick on opening day. May 2, 2009. DSC09200ab.jpg
Norma discussing "Radio Days" exhibit with Dick on opening day. May 2, 2009. DSC09200ab.jpg
2009-05-02 Norma, Donna, Mary & Ronnie on opening day. DSC09203a.jpg
2009-05-02 Norma, Donna, Mary & Ronnie on opening day. DSC09203a.jpg
2009-05-02 Fred with Antique Radio club members examining huge 1920s radio. DSC09204a.jpg
2009-05-02 Fred with Antique Radio club members examining huge 1920s radio. DSC09204a.jpg
2009-06-13 Yard Sale Flyer.
2009-06-13 Yard Sale Flyer.
2009-06-13 Set-up started at 6 am! DSC06992.jpg
2009-06-13 Set-up started at 6 am! DSC06992.jpg
2009-06-13 Eager shoppers waiting for the stating bell! DSC06999.jpg
2009-06-13 Eager shoppers waiting for the stating bell! DSC06999.jpg
2009-06-13 Loreta sells lots of raffle tickets.  DSC00462.jpg
2009-06-13 Loreta sells lots of raffle tickets. DSC00462.jpg
2009-06-13 Debby Lu in charge of jewelry display. DSC00463.jpg
2009-06-13 Debby Lu in charge of jewelry display. DSC00463.jpg
2009-06-13 DSC07005a.jpg
2009-06-13 DSC07005a.jpg
2009-06-27 Association of Public Historians of New York State holds Region 3 meeting at Station.
2009-06-27 Association of Public Historians of New York State holds Region 3 meeting at Station.
2009-06-27 Participants arriving (L-R) Tessa, Highland; Charlie, Monroe; Susan, Monroe; Sue, Warwick; Lorraine, Chester; Linda, Monroe. DSC07054a.jpg
2009-06-27 Participants arriving (L-R) Tessa, Highland; Charlie, Monroe; Susan, Monroe; Sue, Warwick; Lorraine, Chester; Linda, Monroe. DSC07054a.jpg
2009-06-27 APHNYS Region 3 Coordinator Suzanne presiding..jpg
2009-06-27 APHNYS Region 3 Coordinator Suzanne presiding..jpg
2009-06-27 APHNYS Region 3 meeting agenda.jpg
2009-06-27 APHNYS Region 3 meeting agenda.jpg
2009-06-27 Town of Chester Historian, Clif Patrick, gave a short talk on the rescue and restoration of the 1915 Chester Depot.
2009-06-27 Town of Chester Historian, Clif Patrick, gave a short talk on the rescue and restoration of the 1915 Chester Depot.
2009-06-27 Tessa Killian from Hudson River Valley Heritage explained the value of www.HRVH.org to local historians by providing universal access to the historical record of the Hudson River Valley.
2009-06-27 Tessa Killian from Hudson River Valley Heritage explained the value of www.HRVH.org to local historians by providing universal access to the historical record of the Hudson River Valley.
2009-06-27 Debi Duke of the National Park Service was the final speaker and presented a very engaging workshop on “Teaching the Hudson Valley” program. www.teachingthehudsonvalley.org
2009-06-27 Debi Duke of the National Park Service was the final speaker and presented a very engaging workshop on “Teaching the Hudson Valley” program. www.teachingthehudsonvalley.org
Business meeting: Loretta, Larry, Ronnie, Norma, Debby-Lu, & Fred. July 1, 2009. DSC00787a.jpg
Business meeting: Loretta, Larry, Ronnie, Norma, Debby-Lu, & Fred. July 1, 2009. DSC00787a.jpg
2009-07-01  At the July meeting, President Norma Stoddard presented Leslie Smith with a token of the Society’s appreciation for all her efforts in preparing Society Yard Sales the last 17 years! DSC00792.jpg
2009-07-01 At the July meeting, President Norma Stoddard presented Leslie Smith with a token of the Society’s appreciation for all her efforts in preparing Society Yard Sales the last 17 years! DSC00792.jpg
2009-07-18 Hudson, Fulton, Champlain Quadricentennial banner flying at the 1915 Erie Station. DSC07387.jpg
2009-07-18 Hudson, Fulton, Champlain Quadricentennial banner flying at the 1915 Erie Station. DSC07387.jpg
2009-08-05 President Norma Stoddard presents a token of appreciation to Fred Kronk for all he does for the society.
2009-08-05 President Norma Stoddard presents a token of appreciation to Fred Kronk for all he does for the society.
2009-08-10  Group from Mt Alverno Center in Warwick tour “Radio Days” exhibit. The vintage radios spurred lots of memories.
2009-08-10 Group from Mt Alverno Center in Warwick tour “Radio Days” exhibit. The vintage radios spurred lots of memories.
Penny Social Flyer.
Penny Social Flyer.
2009-09-12 Door prize table. DSC08182a.jpg
2009-09-12 Door prize table. DSC08182a.jpg
2009-09-12 Always nice to see our treasurer, Fred, happy! DSC08196a.jpg
2009-09-12 Always nice to see our treasurer, Fred, happy! DSC08196a.jpg
2009-09-12 Larry & Georgina. DSC08216a.jpg
2009-09-12 Larry & Georgina. DSC08216a.jpg
2009-09-12 Caller Sue with her crew. DSC08225a.jpg
2009-09-12 Caller Sue with her crew. DSC08225a.jpg
2009-09-12 Cathy receives a prize. DSC08241a.jpg
2009-09-12 Cathy receives a prize. DSC08241a.jpg
2009-09-12 DSC08273a.jpg
2009-09-12 DSC08273a.jpg
2009-09-12 DSC08281a.jpg
2009-09-12 DSC08281a.jpg
2009-09-12 DSC08306a.jpg
2009-09-12 DSC08306a.jpg
2009-09-12 Caller Cindy and her helper Enzo DSC08329a.jpg
2009-09-12 Caller Cindy and her helper Enzo DSC08329a.jpg
2009-09-12 Presenting the next prize. DSC08375a.jpg
2009-09-12 Presenting the next prize. DSC08375a.jpg
2009-09-12 DSC08384a.jpg
2009-09-12 DSC08384a.jpg
2009-10-29 De'Crevecoeur Flye
2009-10-29 De'Crevecoeur Flye
2009-10-29 Prof. Richard Hull with 1769 De'Crevecoeur deed. DSC09404a.jpg
2009-10-29 Prof. Richard Hull with 1769 De'Crevecoeur deed. DSC09404a.jpg
2009-10-29 Ed Conklin, who owns Pine Hill Farm, formerly De'Crevecoeur’s, discusses a point with Dick Hull. DSC09410a.jpg
2009-10-29 Ed Conklin, who owns Pine Hill Farm, formerly De'Crevecoeur’s, discusses a point with Dick Hull. DSC09410a.jpg
2009-10-29 Rodger Freidman reads from De'Crevecoeur’s eloquent “Voyage dans la haute Pensylvanie et dans l'état de New-York : par un membre adoptif de la nation Onéida.” Paris: Maradan, 1801. DSC09452a.jpg
2009-10-29 Rodger Freidman reads from De'Crevecoeur’s eloquent “Voyage dans la haute Pensylvanie et dans l'état de New-York : par un membre adoptif de la nation Onéida.” Paris: Maradan, 1801. DSC09452a.jpg
2009-11-17 Museum Village Board visits “Radio Days” exhibit. P1010877.jpg
2009-11-17 Museum Village Board visits “Radio Days” exhibit. P1010877.jpg
2009-11-17 Museum Village Board visits “Radio Days” exhibit. P1010880.jpg
2009-11-17 Museum Village Board visits “Radio Days” exhibit. P1010880.jpg
2009-11-17 Bruno, Marcia & Ronnie at Dutch Treat Raffle Dinner. DSC05271.jpg
2009-11-17 Bruno, Marcia & Ronnie at Dutch Treat Raffle Dinner. DSC05271.jpg
2009-11-17 Debby Lu, Rose Marie, Bill, Ed, Polly, & Richard, Dutch Treat Raffle Dinner. DSC05272a.jpg
2009-11-17 Debby Lu, Rose Marie, Bill, Ed, Polly, & Richard, Dutch Treat Raffle Dinner. DSC05272a.jpg
2009-11-17 Fred shaking the tickets, Dutch Treat Raffle Dinner. DSC05270.jpg
2009-11-17 Fred shaking the tickets, Dutch Treat Raffle Dinner. DSC05270.jpg
2009-11-17 First winner drawn by Jennifer, Dutch Treat Raffle Dinner. DSC05274a.jpg
2009-11-17 First winner drawn by Jennifer, Dutch Treat Raffle Dinner. DSC05274a.jpg
2009-11-17 Richard draws another winner as Pete looks on, Dutch Treat Raffle Dinner. DSC05279a.jpg
2009-11-17 Richard draws another winner as Pete looks on, Dutch Treat Raffle Dinner. DSC05279a.jpg
2009-11-17 Susan draws another, Dutch Treat Raffle Dinner. DSC05281a.jpg
2009-11-17 Susan draws another, Dutch Treat Raffle Dinner. DSC05281a.jpg
2009-11-18 Norma presents Mae Bertoni Print raffle prize to first place winner: Audrey.  P1010878.jpg
2009-11-18 Norma presents Mae Bertoni Print raffle prize to first place winner: Audrey. P1010878.jpg
2009-11-19 EJ accepts 2009 Kiwanis Everyday Hero award.  DSC02608b.jpg
2009-11-19 EJ accepts 2009 Kiwanis Everyday Hero award. DSC02608b.jpg
2009-11-19 Betty-Ann accepts 2009 Kiwanis Everyday Hero award.  DSC05374.jpg
2009-11-19 Betty-Ann accepts 2009 Kiwanis Everyday Hero award. DSC05374.jpg
2009 tree lighting Flyer
2009 tree lighting Flyer
2009-12-06 Emcee, Pat Mazo, introduced Bellvale Community carolers. DSC05739.jpg
2009-12-06 Emcee, Pat Mazo, introduced Bellvale Community carolers. DSC05739.jpg
2009-12-06 Bellvale Community carolers. DSC05740.jpg
2009-12-06 Bellvale Community carolers. DSC05740.jpg
2009-12-06 Leslie, Monica, James & Mary.  DSC05774.jpg
2009-12-06 Leslie, Monica, James & Mary. DSC05774.jpg
2009-12-06 DSC05780.jpg
2009-12-06 DSC05780.jpg
2009-12-06 This young lady needing reassurance before accepting a candy cane from this jolly gentleman. DSC05783.jpg
2009-12-06 This young lady needing reassurance before accepting a candy cane from this jolly gentleman. DSC05783.jpg
2009-12-06 DSC05785.jpg
2009-12-06 DSC05785.jpg
2009-12-06 Posing with Santa. DSC05788.jpg
2009-12-06 Posing with Santa. DSC05788.jpg
2009-12-06 One of the pen holiday displays.  DSC02929.jpg
2009-12-06 One of the pen holiday displays. DSC02929.jpg
2009-12-06 Clif chats with the Quackenbush family. DSC02949.jpg
2009-12-06 Clif chats with the Quackenbush family. DSC02949.jpg
2009-12-06 DSC02956.jpg
2009-12-06 DSC02956.jpg
2009-12-06 DSC02959.jpg
2009-12-06 DSC02959.jpg
2009-12-06 Enjoying the refreshments. DSC05441.jpg
2009-12-06 Enjoying the refreshments. DSC05441.jpg
2009-12-06 Mary, Monica & James. DSC05800.jpg
2009-12-06 Mary, Monica & James. DSC05800.jpg
2009-12-28 Station at night. DSC06060.jpg
2009-12-28 Station at night. DSC06060.jpg